1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 MG ZS
To start off, 2005 MG ZS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZS (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZS weights approximately 5 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 MG ZS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 MG ZS (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 2005 MG ZS | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | A 40 | ZS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
